4412.39.40.39/Loblolly Pine Utility Plywood Sheathing/Japan

Loblolly Pine Utility Plywood Sheathing from Japan

Construction-grade plywood sheathing with both outer plies of loblolly pine (Pinus taeda), plies ≤6mm thick, no surface covering or only clear coating. Classified in 4412.39.4039 for southern yellow pine group and untreated surface.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Provide formaldehyde emission test results if CARB compliant plywood claimed

• Document ply count and thickness measurements for audit verification

• Avoid mixing pine species without clear identification to prevent duty disputes